Brake Caliper Anchor Plate

Brake Caliper Anchor Plate

Removal
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

2. NOTE: Loosen but do not remove the 2 brake caliper bolts.

Loosen the 2 brake caliper bolts.

3. CAUTION: Do not use the brake caliper sight hole to retract the pistons as this can damage the pistons and boots.

CAUTION: When removing the brake caliper, never allow it to hang from the brake hose. Provide a suitable support.

Remove and discard the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts and position the brake caliper anchor plate, brake caliper, and brake pads aside.
^ Make sure the steering stop is supported when the brake caliper anchor plate bolts are removed.

4. CAUTION: When the brake pads are separated from the brake caliper, new brake pads must be installed. The brake pads are a one-time use only.

NOTE: The brake pads must be separated from the brake caliper before the brake caliper can be removed from the brake caliper anchor plate.

Using a suitable tool, separate the brake pads from the caliper.
5. Remove the 2 brake caliper bolts.
^ To install, tighten to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).

6. NOTE: Do not remove the anchor plate guide pins. The guide pins are press fit to the brake caliper anchor plate. If the guide pins are damage a new anchor plate must be installed.

Inspect the brake caliper anchor plate assembly.
^ Check the guide pins and boots for binding or damage.
^ Install a new brake caliper anchor plate if it is worn or damaged.

Installation
1. Position the brake caliper anchor plate and steering stop on the wheel knuckle and install 2 new bolts.
^ Tighten to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
2. Install the spring clips and brake pads into the anchor plate.
3. Position the brake caliper and install the 2 bolts.
^ Tighten to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).
4. With the vehicle engine running, apply 89 - 133 Nm (20 - 30 lbs.) of pressure on the brakes for approximately 1 minute, to make sure the brake pads adhere to the caliper before any contamination can be introduced.
5. Test the brakes for normal operation.